Human Disease MESH is developed by UMLS. Further data from MedGen, OMIM, CTD
Term ID:
5397
Name:
Hyperkalemia
Definition:
Abnormally high potassium concentration in the blood, most often due to defective renal excretion. It is characterized clinically by electrocardiographic abnormalities (elevated T waves and depressed P waves, and eventually by atrial asystole). In severe cases, weakness and flaccid paralysis may occur. (Dorland, 27th ed)